Warning: Solar Storm

The largest storm of its kind for 5 years is currently bombarding the Earth's magnetic field with charged particles from the Sun and will continue to do so until 03:00 tomorrow.

The good news is the Northern Lights may be visible at lower latitudes.  The bad news is that these events, known as solar "eruptions", could interfere with technology: satellites, electrical grids and communications systems.  In 1972, a geomagnetic storm provoked by a solar flare knocked out long-distance telephone communication across the US state of Illinois.

This “eruption” was triggered by a pair of solar flares - the largest of their kind - earlier this week.  In the UK, the best chance to see them will be on Thursday night, the British Geological Survey says. So keep your eyes peeled!

Just Google It!

It is thought that around 40% of small firms in Wales have no website. On average, only 39% of companies in the UK have access to sell goods and services online. 


At a free conference in Cardiff this week, Dan Cobley, Google UK Managing Director, addressed almost 400 delegates as he launched a new initiative designed to highlight the importance of the internet to Welsh businesses. Business Minister Edwina Hart said the Welsh government was working with the internet company to help small businesses "access new markets". 


Google UK plans to train digital agencies across Wales to deliver training and workshops once the initial three month campaign has ended. Its travelling "Juice Bar" will offer free one-on-one digital health checks and workshops, tutorials and hands-on advice to small business owners, including how to acquire a web presence or improve the one they already have. 


The Cardiff event will be followed by others in Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, Newport, Swansea and Wrexham.  


Other partners involved include the Institute of Directors in Wales and South Wales Chamber of Commerce.


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